Dr. Li Ran

Professor

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Biography

Li received a PhD degree in Electrical Engineering from Chongqing University, China, where his work focused on reliability evaluation of transmission networks planned for the Three-Gorge Hydro Power Plant. He has participated in commissioning the Gezhouba-Nanqiao HVDC System. Following his doctoral studies, he conducted postdoctoral research at the Universities of Aberdeen, Nottingham, and Heriot-Watt in Edinburgh, specializing in marine electrical propulsion and offshore electrical systems. In 1999, he became a Lecturer at the University of Northumbria and later moved to Durham in 2003, where he was promoted to Chair in 2010. Li joined the University of Warwick as a Professor of Power Electronics in 2012. His recent work emphasizes power conversion control for renewable generation and smart grids, as well as the reliability of power semiconductors. He co-directs the Warwick-Chongqing Joint Key Laboratory, focusing on SiC Power Electronics. He is a recipient of prestigious awards, including the Global Research Award from the Royal Academy of Engineering and the Stanley-Gray Award from IMarEST. Apart from his research, Professor Ran is also passionate about community engagement through participating in Parkrun events.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2012-01-01 — Present

University of Warwick • Coventry, England

Professor of Power Electronics, focusing on power conversion control and reliability of power semiconductors.

Awards

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Global Research Award

2024-01-01
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Stanley-Gray Award

2024-01-01

Courses

Electric Circuit Theory Analogue Electronics Instrumentation Systems Electromagnetic Compatibility Control Theory Electric Machines Drives Electrical Power Systems Power Electronic Systems Renewable Power Generation Embedded Generation

Requirements for University of Warwick

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:2.1
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:21
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:23
Total
Required:92
PTE
Listening
Required:59
Reading
Required:59
Writing
Required:59
Speaking
Required:59
Overall
Required:62
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:120
Overall
Required:120
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree in Engineering or a related STEM discipline
Application Checklist
  • Online application form
  • Official transcripts
  • Degree certificate
  • Personal statement
  • One academic reference
  • CV/Resume
  • English language proficiency evidence
Specialization Notes

Includes General, Mechanical, Civil, Electrical, Biomedical, and Manufacturing Engineering. Most programs fall under English Band A.